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Louise Sommer
May 22, 20244 min read
Life's Sacred Pilgrimage: Stages of Life and the Spiritual Journey of Finding Home
The spiritual journey of finding home involves both an inner and outer quest. It is about discovering our true selves and creating an enviro
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Louise Sommer
May 22, 20244 min read
Life's Sacred Pilgrimage: Bridging Cultural Psychology and Cultural History
Life's sacred pilgrimage is a journey that bridges cultural psychology and history, guiding us through the stages of life and helping us
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Louise Sommer
Mar 31, 20243 min read
Éostre – Exploring the Story of Easter
Easter is a beautiful time with roots in ancient myths and traditions. One of these stories is about a Scandinavian shaman called Éostre.
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Louise Sommer
Mar 26, 20244 min read
Matilda of Tuscany: A Timeless Beacon of Leadership and Cultural Legacy
Matilda of Tuscany's life is not just a historical chapter; it's a powerful narrative that continues to inspire.
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Louise Sommer
Feb 24, 20244 min read
Constituting Gender Through History: A Journey of Understanding and Acceptance
History often appears to us as a series of dates, battles, leaving many of us disconnected and uninterested.
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Louise Sommer
Feb 16, 20244 min read
Marija Gimbutas: Unearthing the Legacy of forgotten cultures
In my book The Hidden Camino, I reference the research of Dr. Marija Gimbutas multiple times.
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Louise Sommer
Dec 12, 20235 min read
Bringing Light to the Darkness: The Legend of Santa Lucia
Lucia comes from the Latin word "lux," which means Light. And Light is everything the legend of Santa Lucia is about.
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Louise Sommer
Jul 3, 20235 min read
The Hidden Stories of Women Buried in the Vatican: Uncovering the Legacy of Three Powerful Figures
Very few people know that three extraordinary and very powerful women are buried within the Basilica of the Vatican in Italy. Amazing, ey?!
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Louise Sommer
Oct 14, 20218 min read
Esclarmonde the Great of Foix: A Powerful Supernova in France's History
This article is about the amazing and extraordinary legacy of Esclarmonde the Great of France.
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Louise Sommer
Oct 4, 20214 min read
Uncovering the Legacy of Asherah: The Evolution of Cultural Narratives Through Science and Research
This blog explores the profound importance of Asherah, drawing on the groundbreaking research of Dr. Francesca Stavrakopoulou and other...
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Louise Sommer
Jun 3, 20213 min read
32 Books to Inspire Your Journey Through History
By reading and exploring these books, I invite you to embark on a lifelong adventure of discovering our history in all its vibrant colors.
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Louise Sommer
May 31, 20214 min read
Gertrude Bell: The Indomitable Explorer Who Shaped the Modern Middle East
Yes, Gertrude Bell was indeed an Extraordinary Woman with An Extraordinary Life and Janet Wallach had done a marvellous job in her book.
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Louise Sommer
Apr 15, 20215 min read
Creativity and Divinity: Exploring the Life and Work of Hildegard von Bingen in Medieval Europe
Hildegard von Bingen's life and legacy are a powerful testament to the enduring power of creativity, intellect, and spiritual insight.
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Louise Sommer
Aug 31, 20205 min read
Uncovering the Extradinary Legacy of Madame de Pompadour: Her Contributions Beyond Being just a Mistress
Madame de Pompadour's life exemplifies the richness and complexity of historical figures often reduced to simplistic stereotypes.
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Louise Sommer
Oct 19, 20194 min read
Hollywood vs the Real Gertrude Bell: A Tale of Cultural Mastery and Misrepresentation
Gertrude Bell was a remarkable individual whose life and work had a lasting impact on the Middle East.
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